Haldis
Old Norse · Girl
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About the name Haldis
Haldis is a feminine given name of Old Norse origin, meaning "spirit of the stone" or "stone spirit," derived from *hallr* (stone) and *dís* (goddess, spirit).
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Etymology
Haldis is a feminine given name of Old Norse origin, meaning "spirit of the stone" or "stone spirit," derived from *hallr* (stone) and *dís* (goddess, spirit). It is used primarily in Scandinavian cultures, particularly Norway and Iceland, with historical roots in Norse mythology and pre-Christian naming traditions, though it is rare today.
Haldis currently ranks #590 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1946.
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